Trying New Things (In Life + In Therapy!) and Trusting the Process
My “Try Something New” Experience: A Hate-Love Relationship w/ Yoga OK, full disclosure from your therapist: I used to not be a fan of...
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The Covert Pain of Shame
David - Beach Trip. These dreaded words pop up on my calendar once a year, and reading them always creates a pit in my stomach that I...
MEMORIES: Throwback Thursday and the Complexity of Nostalgia
If you are one of the people who grew up with social media in your younger years, you are likely being reminded of some of the past...
Treat Yourself!
How often do you use your phone or Google calendar to schedule meetings, appointments, hanging out with loved ones, etc? We stay on track...
Seventeen and Soul Searching
A teenager I used to mentor, who for privacy purposes will be referred to as Jason, was at the time a seventeen-year-old male in a...
Relax & Unwind with the 7 Types of Rest
At this point, we’re all aware of the basics of getting enough rest: proper sleep, less screen time, more relaxation. We also know how...
Why You Should Take the Word “Lazy” Out of Your Vocabulary
What does “lazy” mean to you? I had a professor challenge me on saying the word “lazy” when I talked about my form of self-care. She...
You are not alone: Signs that you are battling loneliness and how to win that battle
Human connection is an energy exchange between people who are paying attention to one another. Connecting with others is more important...
[Pandemic] Burnout is Real
Defining Burnout The simple description of burnout is when you have reached your personal limits emotionally, mentally, and physically....
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Parenting a Chronically Ill Child
Honest Communication In order for a child to understand what is happening, it’s important to be upfront and honest about their condition...
Things Therapists Want You to Know
Therapy is not advice giving or telling you what to do. Your therapist is not meant to “tell you what to do” but rather serve as a guide...
When to Consider Marriage Counseling
It’s never too early or too late to pursue marriage counseling Yes, sometimes people are going to be in counseling for more obvious...
Lessons Learned in 2020
Take Time to Be Grateful It’s easy to take the most basic things for granted if you’ve never had to do without them. If you’ve always had...
I Resolve to be Resolute in my Resolutions…or Not
Been there? You ever wonder why it is so hard to keep New Years’ Resolutions? Have you ever been tried to hold your breath for 2 minutes...
“I Just Want to be Heard!” How to Communicate our Emotions Assertively and Effectively
Have you ever found yourself saying these words (or even hearing these words) in an attempt to just have your feelings understood or...
Recommending Counseling to a Loved One
Imagine this scenario playing out with someone you care about deeply. It is the holiday season. You and your loved ones safely gather for...
Embracing the Holidays, COVID Style
Halloween is behind us, which means we are rapidly approaching the holiday season. The season comes with so much: family gatherings,...
How to Make the Most of Your Holiday Season Despite COVID-19
Just Call It is important not underestimate the power of a well-meaning phone call. Sit down this season and generate a list of missed...
Boundaries, Part 2: Examples of Healthy Boundaries
There are endless amounts of boundaries, and often boundaries can be specific to each relationship and situation. There are, however,...
Boundaries: Why In The World Are They Important?
You take on the blame for something that is not your fault. You feel frustration or resentment about how others treat you. You experience...
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